General Admission Tickets Include • Access to the site and all entertainment and activities at the site • Delicious samples throughout the day from sponsors that include Honest Tea, IZZE, KIND Healthy Snacks, a special mussels tasting at the CityEats booth, prepared by Teddy Folkman, Executive Chef and Owner of Granville Moore's Gastropub, and more!f, and more! • Opportunity to purchase food from food trucks and drinks a-la-carte from main bar while supplies last. • Purchase General Admission Tickets for $15 (prices will go up) HERE

*Vegetarian (same price as non-veggie) and Discounted Designated Driver (under 21) tickets are also available once you click through to Ticketfly.

DATEAugust 25th, 2012

TIME1-9pm (11am for Premium Tickets)

LOCATIONDC Fairgrounds1299 Half Street, SE Washington, DC 20003

METRONavy Yard (Green Line) - West exit by Nationals Ballpark

PARKINGThere are numerous paid parking lots in adjacent to the site, as well as limited on street parking. The lot at 1st and N St SE typically has plenty of space.

AGE RESTRICTIONSAll ages are welcome, but only those attendees over 21 may drink alcohol.Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.Children under the age of 5 will be admitted free (not including food or drink).

Frequently Asked Questions

This festival sounds like a lot of fun. Where do I purchase my tickets?Tickets are on sale now and are selling quickly! Click here to purchase your tickets now.

How do I get my food & drinks at the event?Upon entry to the site, you will receive a commemorative DCF4 beer stein and specific tickets for portions from 10 food trucks, 3 full (or 10 tastings of) alcoholic drinks (5 full or 16 tastings for premium tickets), and 2 non-alcoholic drinks. Designated Driver attendees will receive 10 food truck tickets and 3 non-alcoholic drink tickets. Attendees will deliver each ticket in exchange for food from specific trucks and craft beer, wine, margaritas, Tito's Vodka & Red Bulls, sodas, lemonade, or water at the bars.

Note that General Admission ticket holders must purchase food from food trucks and drinks a-la-carte from the main bar while supplies last.

How do all of the tickets work exactly? All-Inclusive Ticket holders will have access to every food and drink option available on site. Each will have a commemorative beer stein from which they will receive their beer samples. Tickets that each all-inclusive attendee will receive at the event will clearly list ticket instructions. As primary options, All-Inclusive ticket holders may:• Exchange food tickets for small portions from each of the 10 trucks (trucks will maintain supplies for ticket holders throughout the day).• Exchange drink tickets (1 ticket for a sample or 3 for a full beer) for beer at any of the 10 craft beer stations (certain beers may have more availability than others based on demand, but tickets are not beer specific). As secondary options, they may:• Exchange 3 drink tickets for full beers, wine, or margaritas at the main bar (or 4 tickets for Tito’s Vodka and Red Bulls).• Exchange refreshing drink tickets for a soda, water, or lemonade at the main bar.• Purchase food from food trucks and/or non-alcoholic drinks from the the main bar while supplies last.• Purchase alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks at the main bar while supplies last. General Admission Ticket holders may:• Purchase alcoholic drinks from the main bar only while supplies last. The main bar will have a selection of non-alcoholic drinks (soda, water, lemonade, and Red Bull) and alcoholic drinks (Kona Longboard Lager, Shock Top Belgian White, Goose Island 312, Margaritas, Tito's Vodka and Red Bulls, Wine, and more). • Purchase food from food trucks and/or non-alcoholic drinks from the main bar while supplies last.Do I have to be 21 to enter?All ages are welcome, but only attendees over 21 may drink alcohol. Under 21 attendees should purchase Designated Driver tickets. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Can I re-sell/transfer my ticket?Yes, the name on the ticket does not have to be that of the actual user. Tickets are able to resold/transferred just like a ticket to a sporting event or concert. It is easy to transfer, re-issue or print your tickets all online. Click here then select "returning customer" on the menu bar, then follow the instructions. I purchased a Regular ticket can I upgrade to a Premium ticket?Yes, you must call the ticketing company directly and they will handle your upgrade: (877) 435-9849

I won an event ticket in a contest can I upgrade to a Premium ticket?Yes, you must call the ticketing company directly and they will handle your upgrade (877) 435-9849

Can I bring my own food and/or beverages?No food or beverages will be permitted to be brought into or out of the festival.

Can I bring my pet?Dogs on a leash are permitted.What if it rains?The event will go on rain or shine. At past events attendees have had a great time in all conditions.

Are there any refunds?There are NO REFUNDS under any circumstances.

How long will drinks be served?The bars are scheduled to start serving at 11am when the premium gates open and last call will be made at 9pm, but the event reserves the right to discontinue service, at any time, to any person or persons.

What are the security policies?To ensure the best possible guest experience during this event, please observe the following:1. Glass, plastic, food, drinks , weapons and illegal substances prohibited2. Bags and purses will be searched3. Disruptions may result in ejection4. Your Cooperation is appreciated

PROHIBITED ITEMS:1. Metal, plastic, glass containers of any kind2. Backpacks and large bags3. Food and beverages4. Weapons and Illegal substances5. Camcorders and Professional Photography Equipment

Note: Event & Security Personnel are not allowed to hold or check any items not allowed into the Festival. *Information subject to change without notice.OTHER QUESTIONS?Write us at DCFoodieFest@gmail.com